A new cultural and tourist hub located in Porto, Portugal

The World of Wine (WOW) is a new cultural and tourist hub in Porto, Portugal.
Located in Vila Nova de Gaia, on the southern bank of the Douro, WOW offers panoramic views of Porto’s Ribeira and the Luís I Bridge, and a space dedicated to exhibitions and cultural events.

This fascinating complex was created by restoring old port cellars and offers a variety of immersive experiences:

Seven Interactive Museums:

The Chocolate Story: A museum dedicated to chocolate.

Planet Cork: Explore the world of cork.

Pink Palace: Discover the art and culture of wine.

The Wine Experience: A journey through the Portuguese wine regions.

Art of Drinking – The Bridge Collection: Deepen your knowledge of wine.

Porto Region Across the Ages: Relive the history of Porto.

The Atkinson Museum: Art and culture.

Restaurants and Bars:
Among the 12 gastronomic spaces, you will find restaurants such as 1828, Mira Mira by Ricardo Costa, Root & Vine, T&C, Barão Fladgate, Golden Catch, PIP, Angel’s Share, Vinte Vinte Café and others.

Wine School:
Certified to teach courses by the Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET).
Offers levels 1 and 2 of wine certification in Portuguese and English.

Remember that, in Portugal, viticulture is rich in native grape varieties, some of which are grown following biodynamic and natural practices. Here are some significant grape varieties:

Alvarinho: Used to produce fresh and aromatic white wines.

Trajadura: Another white wine grape variety, often used in blends.

Loureiro: Contributes to aromatic and lively white wines.

Pedernã: White grape variety that offers freshness and acidity.

In addition to these, in the Douro, the famous Port region, over 80 indigenous grape varieties are grown, each with unique characteristics.

Some examples include Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz (also known as Aragonez), Tinta Barroca and Tinta Cão. These grape varieties contribute to the production of wines of great quality and complexity. 🍇🍷